Howie Slice it - The Pizza Blog

Monday Aug 28, 2017

The origins of pizza have been discussed time and time again, but most everyone knows that pizza came from Italy. The word pizza itself was first documented in AD 997 in Gaeta and throughout parts of Central and Southern Italy. However, what if the concept of pizza actually came from somewhere else? Did pizza originate in China? One theory suggests it did.

Monday Aug 28, 2017

Whether you’re a vegetarian, need a Meatless Monday dinner idea, or are looking to eat just a little bit healthier, the Hungry Howie’s Veggie Pizza is your go-to option. Topped with fresh mushrooms, green peppers, onions, black olives, and tomatoes, it’s a flavorful and filling pizza. Our low vegetable pizza price makes being a little more health conscious easy!

Friday Aug 25, 2017

Pizza, according to Merriam-Webster, is defined as a dish made typically of flattened bread dough spread with a mixture of tomatoes and cheese and often other toppings. Everyone knows what pizza is, but do you know the history of why it’s called a pizza?

Wednesday Aug 23, 2017

Pizza plays a big role in pop culture. From pizza in movies to reality TV to scripted shows, pizza can be seen in so many movies and TV shows, it’s hard to pick which is your favorite. However, some shows have standout moments where pizza is a more central subject and can provide the audience with some laughs. 

Tuesday Aug 22, 2017

Throwing a pizza party is a great way to celebrate your love for pizza. A party based around pizza is a great opportunity to try different flavors you usually don’t order for yourself. Pick from our different pizza flavors like buffalo chicken, veggie pizza, BBQ chicken, and more.

Monday Aug 21, 2017

Pizza is always good. You know it, we know it. There are many styles and preferences when it comes to eating pizza, some like flavored crusts, others like extra cheese, while others enjoy dipping their slices into succulent sauces.

Friday Aug 18, 2017

Your pizza order is a sacred thing, what you choose to top your pizza with is extremely valuable to you. But, what does it say about your personality? Your pizza toppings reveal more than just your food choices. Pizza toppings are deeply tied in with your personality traits and show a side of you that you might not even be aware of.

Friday Mar 31, 2017

When choosing a Flavored Crust®, it is important that you choose toppings and crusts that complement each other. With so many toppings clamoring for attention, a cheese Flavored Crust® will let the toppings on your pizza stand out on their own merits.

Tuesday Mar 28, 2017

Hungry Howie’s is dedicated to customer satisfaction, which is why it is important to know what you as a reader have enjoyed on the Hungry Howie’s blog. Here are the top 10 blog posts devoured by Hungry Howie’s blog readers.

Tuesday Mar 14, 2017

Many people automatically consider pizza as junk food and try to steer clear of it when adopting a healthy diet or fat loss program. However, if you make healthy topping choices, this is far from the case. By loading up on veggie toppings, pizza can become a well-balanced choice that supports your health.

Friday Mar 10, 2017

Are you a trivia geek? When it's pizza trivia, it's never boring. Show off your pizza smarts to your friends with this inforgraphic on fun facts about pizza. 

For instance, did you know 93% of Americans have eaten pizza during the last month? Or that October is National Pizza Month? (OK you probably knew that.)

Tuesday Mar 07, 2017

Pepperoni has been named the number one pizza topping time and time again. And if you love pepperoni, you’re probably enjoying it on more than just pizza. From pepperoni rolls to sandwiches to a cracker topping, there are many ways to enjoy this spicy sausage.

A Brief History of Pepperoni

Pepperoni is borrowed from the word peperoni, the plural of peperone, which is Italian for bell pepper.

Friday Mar 03, 2017

While the history of Hungry Howie’s dates back to 1973, pizza’s history dates back hundreds of years to the 17th century, when flatbreads with toppings were sold by street vendors. By the mid-20th century, World War II veterans were coming home with a newfound love of pizza and introducing it to locals.

Thursday Mar 02, 2017

Making pizza dough is considered an art form to some. After all, there is literally an association dedicated to cultivating the art of making Neapolitan pizza (Associazione Vera Pizza Napoletana).

Friday Feb 24, 2017

Are you the kind of person who does a song-and-dance when your pizza delivery arrives? Do you find yourself becoming overly excited as you’re about to dig into your slice of pie? There may be some science to back up why you are so excited about eating pizza.

Wednesday Feb 22, 2017

No matter if you’re traveling for business or pleasure, your hotel room becomes your home away from home, sometimes for a few days or even a few weeks.

One of the biggest struggles of hotel room living is food. Unless you’re lucky enough to have a room with a kitchenette, you’ll likely live off of fast food and granola bars, or in worst case scenarios, those expensive treats in your mini bar, or overpriced room service. Well, it’s time that you learn about a better option: pizza.

Tuesday Feb 21, 2017

Ah the Oscars, the glitz, the glamor, and the groaning that your favorite actor didn’t win. The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, recognize excellence in cinematic achievements. It’s a time when some of the biggest stars in the cinematic universe gather under one roof donning gowns, tuxedos, and plenty of bling.

Wednesday Feb 15, 2017

There are the Bens, the Jennifers, and the Beyonce, but what about the famous Howies? There are quite a few famous Howards, including Howard Hughes, the American entrepreneur, and Howard Stern, who hosted a radio talk show for decades. But those are Howards, not Howies.

Thursday Feb 09, 2017

Hungry Howie’s Butter Parmesan Crust is one of the most popular, if not the most popular, Flavored Crust®.

This particular crust combines two things that almost everyone loves, butter and cheese. Butter and cheese can make almost anything better, including broccoli and Brussels sprouts.

Wednesday Feb 08, 2017

A gluten-free lifestyle can be tough. For many, eating out when they are sensitive to gluten or are following a gluten-free diet is practically impossible.